Director, Clinical Systems – Data Management

Praxis

. Lead the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of clinical systems and data capabilities supporting clinical development and study operations .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $205,000 - $229,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading clinical systems and data capabilities, with a strong focus on technology delivery, data engineering, and compliance in regulated environments. Proven ability to translate clinical priorities into actionable technology roadmaps while managing vendor relationships and ensuring data integrity.

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Clinical Systems LeadershipData EngineeringComputerized Systems ValidationCloud Data PlatformsStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Data PlatformsData ArchitectureAPIsAnalytics ToolsChange ControlGxP ComplianceData IntegrityTechnology DeliveryIntegration PatternsUser Acceptance Testing

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationOwnership MindsetAdaptabilityRisk ManagementCross-Functional Influence

Tools & Technologies

Cloud PlatformsClinical Technology EcosystemData Integration ToolsValidation ToolsOperational Resilience Tools

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical DevelopmentBiotechnologyRegulated EnvironmentClinical DevelopmentData Stewardship

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of clinical systems and data capabilities supporting clinical development and study operations
Translate clinical priorities and study milestones into technology priorities, investment decisions, and sequenced delivery
Own the clinical systems and data capability within IT
Partner with Clinical Operations, Data & Analytics, Quality, Regulatory, and external technology providers
Lead clinical data engineering, data platform architecture, clinical systems delivery, and validation activities
Establish decision rights, align stakeholders, resolve competing priorities, and drive timely decisions
Improve the reliability, usability, and scalability of clinical systems and technology-enabled study workflows
Evolve fragmented workflows toward governed, reusable analytics and practical AI-enabled tools
Lead implementations, integrations, enhancements, upgrades, issue resolution, and transition to ongoing support
Coordinate internal teams, vendors, and implementation partners across dependencies, risks, and milestones
Own IT relationships with clinical technology vendors and service providers
Partner on computerized systems assurance and validation, inspection readiness, remediation, and vendor deliverables
Establish standards for lifecycle management, change control, access governance, security, data stewardship, incident management, business continuity, and operational resilience
Provide hands-on technical leadership through architecture reviews, troubleshooting, vendor escalation, and technology evaluation
Build a durable operating model enabling the clinical organization to scale

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of relevant experience across clinical systems, clinical data platforms, data engineering, technology delivery, or related disciplines, including leadership of complex cross-functional initiatives
Experience supporting pharmaceutical or biotechnology clinical development and delivering technology or data capabilities in a regulated environment
Strong understanding of the clinical technology ecosystem, including data integrations, cloud platforms, data architecture, analytics, and the operational needs of clinical teams
Experience with computerized systems validation, computer software assurance, GxP expectations, change control, data integrity, and inspection readiness
Ability to translate clinical and business priorities into practical roadmaps, investment decisions, delivery plans, and measurable outcomes, while effectively managing technology vendors and budgets
Technical fluency across data flows, APIs, integration patterns, cloud data platforms, and analytics tools
Experience leading requirements definition, testing, user acceptance, change management, training, and transition to ongoing support
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders without relying solely on formal authority
Strong ownership mindset; ability to step into ambiguity, surface risks early, make decisions with appropriate urgency, and stay engaged through resolution
Comfort balancing speed with rigor in regulated environments
Clear, direct communication and ability to adapt to different audiences while remaining technically engaged and contributing hands-on when needed
Alignment with Praxis values of Trust, Ownership, Curiosity, and Results
Comfort with regular computer and office-equipment use, clear communication, occasional movement, screen work, basic hand coordination, and focus

Benefits

Comp & perks

99% of the premium paid for medical, dental and vision plans
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid AD&D
Disability benefits
Voluntary plans to personalize coverage
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6% on eligible contributions
Long-term stock incentives
ESPP
Discretionary quarterly bonus
Extremely flexible wellness benefit
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Company-wide shutdowns